1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 987 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 616 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
